Australian Stock Horse
Intro
Perhaps made most famous by one scene in The Man from Snowy River in which an Australian Stock Horse and his rider plunge down the side of a mountain. These horses are quick, tough and strong and owe some of that to their brumby blood.
Origins
Developed over time from the original Australian horse breed the Whaler, the Australian stock horse’s original bloodlines came from the South African Cape and arrived on the Australian continent in 1788.
Heavy Thoroughbred influence with traces of Percheron and Quarter Horse blood give this stock horse versatility and strength.
Features
Average height 15-6.2 hands
Hardy and true
Physique
Alert head
Deep girth
Strong back
Traditional Colors:
Solid colors
Temperament
Reliable
Versatile
Hardworking
Pros:
Hardy and surefooted
Cons:
Breed has no real ‘type’ because of ever changing bloodlines.
Use
Hearding
Cavalry
Showing
Helpful Links
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Australian Stock Horse Society
Australian Stock Horse U.S.A.
Australian Stock Saddle Co.
Where to Buy
Silverthorn Australian Stock Horses
Horses Deals
Australian Stock Horse International
Oz Horses
Australian Stock Horses
Australian Stock Horse Studs
Australia Stock Horse Breeders
Bunda Station
Mt. Hope
Australian Stock Horse Studbook
Australian Stock Horse Art
Australian Stock Horse Books and Reading
Australian Stock Horse Pedigree Book
